Chalk Hill Millpond Dam
Key Takeaway
Chalk Hill Millpond Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 41.8% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 115 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 73 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | SC00382 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
KHP LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Chalk Hill Millpond Dam?
Chalk Hill Millpond Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Chalk Hill Millpond Dam?
Chalk Hill Millpond Dam is owned by KHP LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Chalk Hill Millpond Dam built?
Chalk Hill Millpond Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Chalk Hill Millpond Dam?
Chalk Hill Millpond Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Chalk Hill Millpond Dam?
Chalk Hill Millpond Dam has a dam height of 19 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Chalk Hill Millpond Dam last inspected?
Chalk Hill Millpond Dam was last inspected on August 2, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.